Circuits

The Bar in England and Wales is divided into six regions, which
are more commonly known as "Circuits". The Circuits provide
important sources of support, advice and representation for
barristers practising in those areas. They provide a range of
services to the members in their respective geographical areas,
maintain lines of communication with all parts of the legal system,
including the courts, and are represented on the Bar Council
through the Circuit Leaders. They liaise closely with the local
court service, Crown Prosecution Service and other bodies as well
as providing important training and social events for
barristers.

In addition, the Bar of England and Wales has established the European Circuit of the Bar of England
and Wales. The European Circuit aims to bring together
barristers working in Europe, whether in chambers or employed by
European institutions or companies, barristers of England and Wales
whose practice includes work in European and international law, and
members of other European Bars who are practising in England and
Wales under the provisions of the EU Establishment and Services
Directorate.